The Indian stock market displayed a mixed performance today, with the SENSEX trading at 83,579.43, reflecting a gain of 97.77 points or 0.12%. After an initial dip of 135.88 points, the index rebounded, now just 0.62% shy of its 52-week high of 84,099.53. The advance-decline ratio across the BSE500 stood at 207 advances against 290 declines, indicating a challenging environment for many stocks.
In sector performance, 23 out of 37 sectors advanced, with the BSE CD sector leading the way, up by 1.40%. Conversely, the BSE IT sector faced a decline of 1.36%. Among individual stocks, Whirlpool India emerged as a top gainer, surging by 5.91%, followed by CIE Automotive and JSW Holdings, which rose by 4.76% and 4.49%, respectively. On the downside, Wipro was the largest loser, falling by 4.41%, alongside Westlife Food and JSW Infrastructure, which dropped by 3.48% and 3.45%.

Large-cap stocks remained relatively flat, with Adani Power gaining 4.48%. The market is poised for upcoming earnings reports from major companies, including UltraTech Cement and ICICI Bank, scheduled for October 18, 2025.